Ortho CRNA Needed in Fort Smith, AR - 1108
Listed compensation
$315k
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Job Description
- Job Title: CRNA – Direct Hire
- Employment Status: 1099 or W2 – Full-Time or Part-Time
- Job Type: Direct Hire / Permanent Placement
- Location: Fort Smith, AR
- Annual Salary Range: $315,000
- Schedule: Full-time hours weekly, but only around a 35 hour work week. Frequent early-out days when schedule finishes.
- Call: Not required
- Case Types: Orthopedic, Outpatient, Regional and General
- Start Date: August 2026
- EMR: TBD
- Supervision Model: Fairly independent practice style with MD support available
- Special Considerations: Efficient OR staff and predictable daily flow, which allows for a low-stress environment compared to large hospital systems
Job Summary
Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a W2 direct-hire opportunity. This role involves providing high-quality anesthesia care across a variety of clinical settings while working as part of a collaborative and well-supported anesthesia team.
The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical skills, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient-centered care. This permanent position offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships within a respected healthcare organization.
Requirements
- Current certification as a CRNA by the National Board on Certification and Re-certification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
- Valid, unrestricted RN and CRNA licenses in Arkansas
- Minimum of 1 years of experience as a CRNA preferred; new grads considered if applicable
- Proficiency in Regional, Orthopedic, Outpatient and General Anesthesia
- Strong clinical knowledge and ability to deliver anesthesia care across diverse patient populations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
Benefits
- Competitive salary + annual incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- 7 weeks off a year
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and professional references to info@achcstaffing.org. Our website can be found at achcstaffing.org.
About Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions
Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions is committed to bridging the gap in the healthcare sector by matching highly talented professionals with the right organizations. We don’t just fill positions; we ensure the right people are placed in the right roles. To help healthcare organizations excel in today’s competitive hiring environment, we execute advanced talent strategies with precision. Our team is dedicated to the best interests of both contractors and clients.
In addition to staffing, we now offer complete solutions — delivering a white-glove experience that includes credentialing from start to finish, billing, payroll, scheduling, and consulting services. This ensures our clients receive full operational support to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare industry.
For our providers, we assign a dedicated personal account specialist who stays with you through every step of your assignment and beyond. Our team coordinates full travel and lodging arrangements, guarantees weekly on-time pay, and offers exclusive access to nationwide opportunities.
At Access, we value long-term relationships over transactions and work tirelessly to support our providers both professionally and personally.
Key Responsibilities
The CRNA will provide high-quality anesthesia care across orthopedic, outpatient, and general clinical settings. This role involves working as part of a collaborative anesthesia team to ensure patient safety and efficient surgical flow.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Ortho CRNA Needed in Fort Smith, AR - 1108 at Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) — ranked against 900 active Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
CRNA Career Context
Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
Nurse Anesthesia pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in nurse anesthesia (crna) | ranked against 900 Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $315k | Nurse Anesthesia median $340k (middle half $290k–$370k)37 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$362k in purchasing power | Arkansas index 86.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nurse Anesthesia listings in Arkansas | 14 active | 900 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 78% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US CRNA listings: 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 14% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Nurse Anesthesia listings | 88 in the last 30 days | 159 the 30 days before (−45%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Nurse Anesthesia pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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